• Staged homes sold for more than 6% above asking price. • A staging investment of 1% to 3% of the asking price generates an ROI of between 8% and 10%. Start with What You Have: Don’t rush off to hire a stager or buy a bunch of new décor or rent new furniture. Start at the beginning, which is creating space. You can create more space by clearing the clutter — unnecessary items and/or furniture; repainting the rooms with a fresh coat of neutral paint; and making a few repairs. Think about what you already have that could use a few tweaks or upgrades. For example, you might decide that you need to replace flooring and carpets. Do as much as possible with what you have before you invest in new furniture, rent new pieces, and/or hire a stager. After making any necessary functional or cosmetic repairs, the basic steps of home staging are decluttering, cleaning, adjusting the décor, and rearranging the furniture. You want to send a warm and welcoming vibe, yet a neat, clean, and pristine impression. Basic Rules for Home Staging: Remember, home staging allows prospective buyers to see all the possibilities your home can offer. They need to be able to imagine their own lives playing out in each part of the home. One of the most important pieces of staging your home is removing all distractions that could prevent the buyer from picturing themselves living there. • Deep clean: The type of deep cleaning you need to do to stage your home effectively might require a professional cleaning company. Trust me, if you can do your research and find an experienced and recommended service, it will be well worth the investment! • Deal with old/broken items: Whether you repair or
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